Hawthorn (Crataegus monogyna): Generally low-maintenance but benefits from compost in nutrient-poor soils Year 10: Mature Maintenance Pruning: Established trees like field maple (Acer campestre) or ornamental hawthorn Hawthorn (Crataegus monogyna): Keep an eye out for fire blight, a bacterial infection that can spread

For Magnolia Establishes as the soil warms and flowering peaks Large spring flowers Feature planting Hawthorn Fragrant flowers Cottage-style gardens A collection of spring favourites in full bloom, from magnolia and hawthorn Hawthorn – Reliable Blossom and Wildlife Support Hawthorn ‘Paul’s Scarlet’ (Crataegus laevigata) produces Magnolia Hawthorn Exochorda Wisteria Clematis Lilac Frequently Asked Questions What are the most important

Environmental Stress: Young oak trees or hawthorn (Crataegus monogyna) often drop leaves in heatwaves Rusts: Affect willows, poplars (Populus spp.), and hawthorn, producing orange spots.

plant, you get: Best soils and sites Growth habit Wildlife benefits Why inspectors like to see it Hawthorn Build a Mix Inspectors Will Approve A good BN7 or BN11 hedge typically includes: 60–70% core species (Hawthorn

Hawthorn – Hardy Native Hedging Crataegus monogyna is one of a few hedging species that establish as well as Hawthorn when planted bare-root in winter. aucuparia), Silver Birch (Betula pendula), Crab Apple (Malus ‘Evereste’), Alder (Alnus glutinosa), and Hawthorn Bare-root hedging varieties such as Hawthorn, Hazel, Blackthorn, and mixed native hedging establish strongly

Cottage or Informal Gardens Prunus ‘Snow Goose’ (Cherry), Crataegus monogyna (Hawthorn), Malus ‘Evereste footprint, fast-growing Driveways, fence lines, tight spaces Wildlife-Friendly Privacy Crataegus monogyna (Hawthorn Evereste’) Blossom for bees, fruit for birds Long-lasting fruits, spring flowers Small to medium gardens Hawthorn Native and fruiting trees such as Rowan, Hawthorn, and Crab Apple are favourites among birds, bees, and

Habitat Value Beyond Blossom While Prunus trees don’t provide the same depth of habitat as native oaks or hawthorns

Here are some standout choices for late spring interest: Hawthorn Crataegus x media ‘Punicea’ (Fuchsia Pink) a standout hawthorn produces masses of vivid double pink blossoms in May, forming a striking canopy May is a great time to plant container-grown trees like Crataegus x media ‘Punicea’ (Fuchsia Pink Hawthorn Trees like hawthorn, crab apple, and rowan are excellent choices.

Hawthorn Crataegus monogyna (Common Hawthorn) produces masses of fragrant white blossom in late spring Trees like Crataegus monogyna (Common Hawthorn), Sorbus aucuparia (Rowan), and Prunus padus (Bird Cherry

Hawthorn (Crataegus spp.): With its dense foliage and vivid berries, hawthorn thrives in neutral soil

Late Fruit Harvest Before hard frosts arrive, pick any remaining apples and pears, and collect hawthorn You can also leave some fruit-bearing trees and hedging—such as hawthorn (Crataegus monogyna), rowan Reliable native options include Beech (Fagus sylvatica), Hornbeam (Carpinus betulus), Hawthorn (Crataegus

Deciduous species such as Tulip Tree (Liriodendron tulipifera), Field Maple (Acer campestre), and Hawthorn Hawthorn Crataegus × lavalleei ‘Carrierei’ combines glossy green foliage with masses of white spring Rowan (Sorbus 'Olympic Flame') and Hawthorn (Crataegus × lavalleei 'Carrierei') are especially valuable